SAN DIEGO, Sept. 13, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 13, 2017, the Department of Veterans
Affairs (VA) accepted the Arizona State Approving Agency (SAA)
approval of Ashford University, subject
to Ashford's continued compliance with the approval requirements.
This was the final step needed for Ashford
University to continue to certify eligible students for GI
Bill benefits. Ashford University
received approval to offer GI Bill benefits by the Arizona State
Approving Agency (SAA) on July 6,
2017.
"Our commitment to the academic and personal success of our
military and veteran students is unwavering. Serving the men and
women who serve and have served our country is at the heart of
Ashford University's educational
mission," said University President Dr. Craig Swenson. "We appreciate the VA and Arizona
SAA for working to complete this process and ensuring there was no
disruption to students' GI Bill education benefits. We look forward
to continuing to serve these students and assisting them in
achieving their educational goals."
About Ashford University
Where heritage meets innovation – that's Ashford University. At
Ashford, students discover relevant degree programs, innovative
technology, and cherished tradition. Ashford offers associates,
bachelor's, and master's degree programs online, allowing students
to balance life by providing the flexibility to do school work
anywhere, anytime. For more information, please visit
www.ashford.edu, www.facebook.com/ashforduniversity,
www.twitter.com/AshfordU, or call Lauren
Coartney at 858.513.9240 x11636 or email
lauren.coartney@ashford.edu.
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Bridgepoint Education, Inc. (NYSE:BPI) harnesses the latest
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owns two academic institutions - Ashford University and
University of the Rockies. Together, these programs, technologies,
and resources represent a unique model for advancing education in
the 21st century. Bridgepoint stands for greater access, social
learning, and exposure to leading minds. For more information,
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